Cubing competitions are a great way to meet new people that share the same unique hobby that you do! In addition, you can get official times recorded. Remember that there is no barrier to entry, and you can go no matter your experience. At competitions, the vast majority of people are simply competing against themselves, so just try to beat your old personal record. Cubing competitions have allowed me to meet other cubers and have a great time, so I would highly recommend going to one. I have been to two so far this summer and have one more planned right before the school year starts.